Highland Girl Lyrics – Nathan Evans

[Chorus]
So we danced all night ’till the sun came up
One for the road and another for luck
I didn’t know that I fell in love
In love with my Highland girl
Hair like fire and eyes like the sea
She danced with the wind and sings like the breeze
I didn’t know but now I can see
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Post-Chorus]
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Verse 1]
I walked to the bar and looked to my left
I tried to breathe, but you tole my breath
You turned away and played hard to get
But darling the night is young
The band started playing my favorite song
And that’s when I caught you singing along
Right then I knew that you were the one
But darling, the night is young

[Chorus]
So we danced all night ’till the sun came up
One for the road, and another for luck
I didn’t know that I fell in love
In love with my Highland girl
Hair like fire and eyes like the sea
She danced with the wind and sings like the breeze
I didn’t know but now I can see
I’m in love with my Highland girl
[Post-Chorus]
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Verse 2]
You reached out your hand and took ‘hold of mine
Didn’t notice that you’ve been keeping it tight
You said “Follow me, everything will be fine
Because, darling, the night is young.”

[Chorus]
So we danced all night ’till the sun came up
One for the road, and another for luck
I didn’t know that I fell in love
In love with my Highland girl
Hair like fire and eyes like the sea
She danced with the wind and sings like the breeze
I didn’t know but now I can see
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Bridge]
Oh, her eyes shine like diamonds in the night
And the fairy glen upon the Isle of Skye
There’s a whisper in the mountain, there’s an echo in the glen
And I hope to God I’ll see her once again

[Chorus]
So we danced all night ’till the sun came up (Sun came up)
One for the road, and another for luck (Another for luck)
I didn’t know that I fell in love (Fell in love)
In love with my Highland girl (With my Highland girl)
Hair like fire and eyes like the sea (Eyes)
She danced with the wind and sings like the breeze (Sings like the breeze)
I didn’t know but now I can see
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Post-Chorus]
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
La di-di-di-di-di, la di da
I’m in love with my Highland girl

[Chorus]
The chorus recounts a night of dancing until dawn with a Highland girl, symbolizing the blossoming of love. The narrator describes being unaware of falling in love until captivated by her fiery hair and sea-like eyes. The mention of dancing with the wind and singing like the breeze evokes the beauty and harmony of their connection, emphasizing the newfound love for the Highland girl.

[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus repeats the phrase “I’m in love with my Highland girl” with a catchy melody, reinforcing the theme of love and admiration for the Highland girl. The repetition adds emphasis and serves as a joyful declaration of affection, echoing the happiness and fulfillment experienced by the narrator.

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, the narrator describes the initial encounter with the Highland girl at a bar. Despite her initial aloofness, the narrator is drawn to her and recognizes her as the one when they share a moment singing along to their favorite song. The verse highlights the excitement and anticipation of a budding romance amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the night.

[Chorus]
This chorus repeats the sentiments expressed earlier, emphasizing the intensity of the narrator’s feelings for the Highland girl. The repetition reinforces the theme of newfound love and highlights the beauty and allure of the Highland girl, emphasizing her captivating qualities that have enchanted the narrator.

[Post-Chorus]
Similar to the previous post-chorus, this section reaffirms the narrator’s love for the Highland girl with repeated phrases, emphasizing the depth of their connection and the joy it brings. The repetition reinforces the emotional resonance of the chorus and serves as a celebratory affirmation of love.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, the narrator describes a moment of intimacy as the Highland girl reaches out and holds their hand tightly, reassuring them that everything will be fine. This moment signifies a deepening of their connection and underscores the trust and comfort they find in each other’s presence.

[Chorus]
The final repetition of the chorus reaffirms the narrator’s love and admiration for the Highland girl, underscoring the transformative nature of their relationship. The repetition emphasizes the enduring nature of their love and the profound impact the Highland girl has had on the narrator’s life.

[Bridge]
The bridge evokes imagery of the Highland girl’s enchanting qualities, comparing her eyes to diamonds and referencing the mystical landscape of the Isle of Skye. The narrator expresses a longing to see her again, emphasizing the lasting impression she has left and the desire for a reunion.

[Chorus]
The concluding chorus restates the narrator’s love for the Highland girl, incorporating additional imagery such as her hair like fire and eyes like the sea. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the depth of the narrator’s emotions and serves as a poignant conclusion to the song, capturing the essence of their love story.